Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you’re not confident in your pitch (for women in their 50s)
When you’re invited to go to karaoke with friends or coworkers, it’s hard to decline just because you’re not good at singing or you’re not a fan of karaoke, right? So in this article, we’ve gathered songs that seem easy to sing even for women in their 50s who aren’t confident singers.
If you’re going to sing, familiar tunes are best, aren’t they? With that in mind, we’ve focused on hit songs from the ’80s and ’90s, and we’ve also included some new releases by artists who were active back then! The article includes tips for singing as well, so please use it as a reference and enjoy your karaoke time! And for younger readers, we hope this helps you choose songs when you go to karaoke with people in their 50s.
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[Women in their 50s] Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you're not confident in your pitch (91–100)
The way homeHiromi Iwasaki
Hiromi Iwasaki is a female singer who has produced numerous hit numbers across a wide musical spectrum, from intense tracks to heartrending ballads.
She has many classic songs, but one I especially recommend is Iemichi (The Way Home).
Among her works, this piece is particularly atmospheric, and it maintains a mature mood throughout.
As a result, it naturally features many lower notes, making it an ideal, easy-to-sing choice for women in their 50s who may find higher notes harder to reach.
Please give it a try.
GraduationYuki Saito
Yuki Saito, who has been active in various fields such as acting and singing.
Many women in their 50s may have admired her.
One of her signature songs is Sotsugyo.
Released in 1985 as her debut single, it became popular nationwide.
The charm of this piece lies, above all, in its simple vocal line.
Since she isn’t a full-fledged singer per se, the vocal line is very easy, and it doesn’t demand a wide range, powerful projection, or long sustained notes.
If you sing it in a whispery style, even those who can’t hit high notes can sing it without difficulty, so give it a try.
[Women in their 50s] Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even without confidence in pitch (101–110)
Green Que Sera SeraMidori Oka
It’s a fun, upbeat Reiwa-era rhythm kayō masterpiece that makes any Japanese person want to clap along and start dancing! “Midori no Que Sera Sera” is a song released by Midori Oka in 2021, and as the title suggests, you can sing it comfortably with a carefree “que sera sera—whatever will be, will be” feeling.
The instantly catchy chorus sticks after one listen, and if everyone in your karaoke group sings it together, it’ll definitely liven up the room.
The signature enka vocal flourishes—like heavy kobushi and wide vibrato—are kept modest, and the more natural delivery makes it approachable even for those who feel unsure about singing traditional enka.
First and foremost, have fun and sing along to the cheerful rhythm!
Sailor Suit and Machine GunHiroko Yakushimaru
Released in November 1981, this was Hiroko Yakushimaru’s debut single, produced as the theme song for the film of the same name based on Jirō Akagawa’s novel.
The composer is Takao Kisugi, who later released a differently titled version with the same melody, Yume no Tochū, sung by himself.
With its simple structure, easy-to-remember tune, and a slightly wistful melody that doesn’t demand great vocal prowess, the song seems to check all the boxes for a New Music hit of that era.
Hardly anyone would find it difficult to sing.
Even if you’re not confident in your singing, I’m sure you can handle it, so I encourage you to give it a try.
A tip for making it sound good is to sing each syllable of the Japanese lyrics clearly and carefully.
The rhythm and note values are very simple, so be sure to articulate the lyrics distinctly.
Hold On MeKahoru Kohiruimaki
Kahoru Kohiruimaki is a female singer who garnered popularity for her strikingly low, cool vocal timbre and soulful singing.
It was an exceptional achievement for a Japanese artist at the time that she was recognized by figures like Maurice White and Prince.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Hold On Me.
While the track carries hints of soul and R&B, the vocal lines themselves contain elements of Showa-era kayōkyoku, making it easier to sing than it might sound at first.
The range isn’t very wide either, so it’s a good choice for women in their 50s with lower voices.
It always starts with rain.ASKA
ASKA, an artist who was hugely active from the 1980s to the 1990s as part of CHAGE and ASKA.
Due to scandals, we don’t see him on TV as much these days, but the songs he left behind are still listened to by many fans and are frequently sung at karaoke.
Among ASKA’s songs, the one I especially recommend is Hajimari wa Itsumo Ame (It Always Starts With Rain).
Compared to his other works, it has a narrower vocal range and a simple vocal line, making it easier to stay on pitch.
PRIDEMiki Imai
This is Miki Imai’s 12th single, released in November 1996.
At the time, it was also used as a TV drama theme song and became a big hit, so as of 2021, many people in their 50s may find it familiar.
Like many hit songs from the ’90s, it has a very easy-to-remember, simple melody, and its structure is straightforward—A-B-A (with a chorus-like section)—making it very easy to sing at karaoke.
Rather than trying too hard to “sing well,” if you just enjoy singing the melody simply, it will likely sound quite nice.
Just remember to sing gently overall.